Senior Specifications Engineer

4 weeks ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom Cubis Systems Full time
Job Description

Business Overview

Join a high-growth global £200m+ revenue business with manufacturing operations within the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, France, and Germany supplying international clients. Our solutions-focused manufacturing offers a whole range of products designed to simplify complex infrastructure projects.


Our market-leading brands, Cubis Systems, NAL, and FILOform, supply smart, safe, and sustainable product solutions to a range of construction sectors. Through innovation, we enable construction partners to optimise efficiency and safety through pioneering products designed for simplicity, speed, and reliability.


Position: Senior Specification Engineer

Reports to: Head of Innovation


Role Overview: The Senior Specification Engineer will provide technical and CAD support to Engineering Consultants, Contractors and Asset owners for all Infrastructure Products Europe businesses. The role will focus on utilising IPE products to optimise and improve designs in line with client needs be it sustainability, design assurance, buildability, speed. The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:


Key Accountabilities:

  • Create detailed designs of buried cable routes and utilities (AutoCAD) utilising IPE products.
  • Work with design engineers and contractors to refine and optimise existing designs.
  • Carry out structural calculations in relation to IPE Products.
  • Liaise with the IPE Commercial teams to provide technical and product support.
  • Build upon and expand the current IPE BIM/Digital Construction Library.
  • Engage with CAD platforms to ensure IPE products are industry-recognised.
  • Work alongside technical managers within the business to develop the company’s sustainability offering.
  • Monthly reporting to the Commercial Department.
  • Learning and adapting civils and ground calculations and rules behind it.
  • Meet all financial performance objectives for area of responsibility and take corrective action as needed.
  • Assisting with new product development, technical specifications, and literature.
  • Advise on installation and industry best practice with regards to IPE Products.
  • Guide and lead contractors with installation instructions.


Associated Responsibilities:

  • Actively and consistently recommend and support all efforts to improve, simplify, automate, and enhance day to day service delivery operations and the client experience.
  • Continuously monitor industry trends and best practices related to specification development and implementation.
  • Participate in meetings with clients to discuss specifications, address concerns, and provide updates on project status.
  • All other duties as deemed necessary by the Head of Innovation.


Experience, Training & Essential Criteria:

  • A background in Autodesk AutoCAD, ideally Revit and/or Civil 3D.
  • Experienced in designing and specifying underground utilities and services within civil engineering projects.
  • Knowledge of Structural Engineering Standards.
  • Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to specification development.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
  • Proven track record of delivering high-quality work within established timelines and budget constraints.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.


Essential Criteria:

  • Civil Engineering degree, BEng(Hons), Meng (Hons), or equivalent.
  • A minimum of 3 years working within a civil engineering design environment


Essential Competencies:

  1. Optimises work processes
  2. Action oriented
  3. Business insight
  4. Collaboration
  5. Strategic mindset
  6. Manages complexity
  7. Customer focus
  8. Decision quality
  9. Global perspective
  10. Cultivates Innovation


*This list is not exhaustive and will be reviewed in line with changing business requirements, a good degree of flexibility and adaptability is critical to this role.


If you are interested in this role, applications can be submitted via before Thursday 21st November 2024.


Infrastructure Products Europe is an equal opportunity employer, which values differences in our people. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we provide equality through our career development opportunities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, nationality, age, and disability.


What We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Company pension contribution
  • A range of healthcare options
  • Competitive holidays, including Christmas shutdown
  • Employee Committees for Health & Wellbeing and Inclusion & Diversity
  • Engagement & Wellbeing initiatives
  • Employee referral programme
  • Family friendly policies
  • Career development opportunities across IPE and the wider CRH Group


About CRH

CRH (NYSE: CRH, LSE: CRH) is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for transportation and critical utility infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE.

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